Swale and Maidstone Borough Council
Job Responsibilities
* Assist with the gardening and grounds at the Crematorium and Cemetery to ensure they are maintained to the highest possible standard, offering a tranquil and beautiful environment for bereaved families and friends.
* Undertake grave preparation for funerals at the Cemetery, and act as Sexton for some of these funerals (lead funeral to grave, assist funeral directors, and act as chapel attendant).
* Work within approximately 63 acres of ground space, including graves, gates, boundaries, pathways, Chapel, and ancillary buildings at Maidstone Cemetery, and 16 acres of ground space, including boundaries, pathways, beds, roses, and weeding at Vinters Park Crematorium.
* Experience in carrying out physically demanding and manual work outside in all weather conditions.
* Prepare graves to specific widths and depths as provided on digging slips produced by the Bereavement Services Officers based in the administrative offices.
* Work to agreed work schedules at both the Cemetery and Crematorium, ensuring areas are maintained to provide comfort and tranquility for families visiting their loved ones. Extra care needs to be taken around headstones and other memorials permitted on each site. At the Crematorium, monitor the health and appearance of various shrubs, roses, and trees monthly to ensure they are well-maintained.
Umbrella rate: £14.65
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